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   Barter or Trade Services - Swap Skills and Save

   Amanda Peterson April 3, 2024  •  1 Minute Read

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   Cash is king, but in today's economic climate, bartering or trading goods and services is a resourceful way to save money and get the things you need. CreditSoup has the details on this week's edition of Thrifty Thursday.

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   Maximize Travel Rewards and Save With This Clever Strategy

   Amanda Peterson February 22, 2024  •  1 Minute Read

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   CreditSoup's Thrifty Thursday tip this week urges you to double dip into your travel rewards to save even more on your next adventure. CreditSoup.com has 5 clever strategies.

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   How Much is Too Much to Spend on the Super Bowl?

   Amanda Peterson February 1, 2024  •  1 Minute Read

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   This week's Thrifty Thursday tip is to resist overspending, especially on the Super Bowl! How much is too much to spend on the Super Bowl? CreditSoup has 6 thrifty tips on how to save.

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   Thrifty Tips for Maximizing Free Shipping

   Amanda Peterson November 30, 2023  •  2 Minute Read

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   One often-overlooked gem that can significantly impact your overall cost when shopping online is the magic phrase: Free Shipping. CreditSoup's Thrifty Thursday tip this week talks about looking for retailers that offer free shipping to cut down on costs.

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   Thrifty Tip: Take Full Advantage of Your 401(k) Employer Match

   Amanda Peterson November 9, 2023  •  2 Minute Read

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   Employer 401(k) matching is a game-changer when it comes to boosting your retirement funds. By contributing enough to grab that full match, you're securing extra cash for your future self. CreditSoup breaks it down.

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   Shop Direct With Manufacturers

   Amanda Peterson October 19, 2023  •  1 Minute Read

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   This Thrifty Thursday from CreditSoup urges you to consider bypassing the retailers and shopping directly with manufacturers. It's a savvy move to boost your savings and make the most of your credit card's benefits.

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   Fall Cleaning and Decluttering

   Amanda Peterson September 28, 2023  •  2 Minute Read

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   Use the change in seasons as an opportunity to clean and declutter your home. Sell or donate items you no longer need, and you might even make some extra money.

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   Join A Loyalty Program

   Amanda Peterson September 7, 2023  •  4 Minute Read

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   Everyone loves a good deal. Joining a loyalty program is a thrifty decision that offers a plethora of benefits. CreditSoup gives you a little insight on how they work.

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   Shop Post-Holidays

   Amanda Peterson August 17, 2023  •  2 Minute Read

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   If you're looking to be thrifty this year, and the budget might be tight, consider purchasing such items either right after the holiday or out of season. CreditSoup has several ways this is a good idea.

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    Don't Rush - Let Your Items Sit In the Cart

    Amanda Peterson July 27, 2023  •  3 Minute Read

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    This week's Thrifty Thursday talks about shopping responsibly. And by responsibly, I mean don't rush the purchase. Let those items sit in the cart a while.

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    Ditch the Manicures and Pedicures

    Amanda Peterson July 6, 2023  •  3 Minute Read

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    Having polished nails is always a nice feeling. But the price doesn't always give you a nice warm feeling. CreditSoup's Thrifty Thursday tip this week talks about ditching the mani - pedi's. Do them yourself, at home!

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    Look For Low Cost Activities

    Amanda Peterson May 25, 2023  •  1 Minute Read

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    Thrifty Thursday's tip discusses looking for low cost activities! School is out for the season & the kids will be home all summer. If you are on a tight budget, what a better way to save money and keep those kiddos occupied & off the electronics, than by searching for low cost activities!

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    Buy Clothes at End of Season

    Amanda Peterson April 13, 2023  •  2 Minute Read

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    If your size doesn't change much, stocking up on clothes at the end of the season is a great way to save money, and have a good supply of new clothes for next year. Thrifty Thursday talks about diving into those deep discounts of shopping for new clothes!

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    Remove Shopping Apps

    Amanda Peterson March 23, 2023  •  1 Minute Read

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    You know those apps on your phone that you're urged to download in the department stores at the checkout to "save" you money? CreditSoup suggests uninstalling them for a while, while you're digging yourself out of debt.

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    Fight Temptation - Unsubscribe From Store Emails

    Amanda Peterson March 2, 2023  •  2 Minute Read

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    It's Thrifty Thursday & we are discussing Unsubscribing from Store Emails. You know exactly what I'm talking about. You go shopping & provide your email. Next thing you know, you're signed up for their daily deals, and your inbox is FLOODED with offers that you have to respond to by THAT DAY or you'll miss out.

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    11 Gas Apps to Save on Fuel Cost

    Amanda Peterson January 19, 2023  •  3 Minute Read

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    This week's Thrifty Thursday covers the cost savings of using a fuel saver or gas app on your phone. Whether it be a specific fuel saver, rewards credit card, or even an app on your phone, using some sort of application to save money on your daily commute definitely has its benefits. CreditSoup breaks it down for you here in our weekly Thrifty Thursday tip on saving money.

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    Wash Your Car Yourself

    Amanda Peterson December 29, 2022  •  2 Minute Read

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    Thrifty Thursday this week talks about washing your car yourself. Experts suggest washing your car every two weeks and getting a detail twice a year to make sure it stays in good condition. CreditSoup offers some tips to help keep your vehicle in pristine condition!

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    Utilize Coupons & Rewards Cards

    Amanda Peterson December 8, 2022  •  2 Minute Read

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    Utilize coupons and rewards! Clipping coupons and racking up credit card rewards is a great way to stay thrifty and save money. Learn how here at CreditSoup.com!

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    Meal Plan

    Amanda Peterson November 17, 2022  •  1 Minute Read

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    Is it a constant struggle to decide what's for dinner? Our Thrifty Thursday tip this week is to Meal Plan. Planning out a week's worth of meals is an excellent way to save not only time, but money spent on groceries!

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    Upcycle Your Closet

    Amanda Peterson October 27, 2022  •  2 Minute Read

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    This week's Thrifty Thursday saves you money by upcycling your own closet! Don't throw out those old clothes. Patch it, dye it, cut it, or give it to the dog! Considering the cost of clothes now days, whatever you choose to do with it will certainly help you save a TON of money in the long run!

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    Repurposing Home Decor

    Amanda Peterson October 6, 2022  •  1 Minute Read

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    Are you eager to give your home a new look, but don't know what to do with your existing decor? Our Thrifty Thursday this week encourages you not to toss them out, but repurpose your home decor! Look for ways to upcycle them instead of throwing them out to buy new.

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    Downsize & Declutter

    Amanda Peterson September 15, 2022  •  2 Minute Read

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    Is your home cluttered? Do you have a lot of stuff... everywhere, that you no longer need? Maybe it's time to go Marie Kondo on it, and set it free if it does not bring you joy. But now what do you do with those things that do not bring you joy? Get rid of them of course! This week's Thrifty Thursday focuses on downsizing and decluttering.

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    Check Out Books from the Library

    Amanda Peterson August 25, 2022  •  1 Minute Read

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    Are you a bookworm? Do you like to have that tangible, physical book in your hand, rather than the digital copy? Books take up a lot of space and can become an expensive addiction over the years. Consider checking books out at a library instead!

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    Travel In Off-Peak Seasons

    Amanda Peterson August 4, 2022  •  1 Minute Read

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    Traveling during "off-peak seasons" is an opportunity to travel or vacation outside of the normal times of year that most people would visit a particular area. And, is an excellent way to remain thrifty and save some cash!

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    Do All Your Errands in One Day

    Amanda Peterson June 9, 2022  •  1 Minute Read

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    CreditSoup's Thrifty Thursday tip this week is to save money by running all of your errands in one day. Not only will this alleviate extra trips to the store, you'll be saving gas money and preventing those impulse buys from extra trips! Schedule a day, map it out, and utilize online services.

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    Grow Your Own Food & Vegetables

    Amanda Peterson May 26, 2022  •  1 Minute Read

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    Save time & money at the grocery store by having your own meat & produce on-hand at home!

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    Walk or Ride A Bike If Possible

    Amanda Peterson May 12, 2022  •  1 Minute Read

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    Today's Thrifty Thursday is more useful than ever, given the state of fuel prices! Weather is warming up, and if you live close enough to work, consider walking or riding bike.

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    Sell Items You Don't Use or Need

    Amanda Peterson April 28, 2022  •  2 Minute Read

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    If you have some things you really don't use or need, sell them for instant profit! Use those funds to pay down existing debt and build your credit!

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    Shop Generic or Clearance

    Amanda Peterson April 14, 2022  •  1 Minute Read

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    Why waste money on full price, brand name items that maybe get a few uses out of? Buying generic products or finding things on clearance are sometimes just as good as purchasing the same name brand thing at full price.

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